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7.3 FREEZE PREVENTION
CAUTION
Only the pipes and heat exchanger inside the water heater will be protected.Any hot or cold water
pipes located outside of the unit will not be protected. Correct protection and insulation of these
pipes from freezing is required.
WINTER SHUTDOWN
If the water heater will not be used for a long period of time, turn off the water heater and drain the
water inside the unit . This will keep the water heater from freezing and being damaged.
Follow these instructions carefully:
● Close the manual gas shut off valve.
● Turn off the power supply to the water heater.
● Close the manual water shut off valve located on the water supply line.
● Open all hot water taps in the house. (Bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, etc.). When the water flow
has ceased, close all hot water taps.
● Have a bucket or container to catch the water from the unit's drain plugs. Unscrew the drain plugs
to drain all the water out of the unit.
● Wait a few minutes to ensure all water has completely drained from unit.
● Securely screw the drain plugs back into place. Hand-tighten only.
When it is again safe to use the water heater:
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Make sure all hot water taps are closed and the drain plugs are securely attached.
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Purge the water line of debris.
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Turn on the manual water control valve located on the water supply line.
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Open all the hot water taps to verify water flows to the taps. Close hot water taps.
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Turn on the manual gas control valve located on the gas supply line.
Turn on the power supply to the Water Heater.
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8. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
The water heater should be checked at least once a year or as necessary by a licensed technician.
If repairs are needed, any repairs should be done by a licensed technician.The water heater's
lifetime may be extended by frequent maintenance.
DRAIN
PLUG
MANUAL
WATER VALVE
HOT
GAS
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GAS VALVE
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